2006 BMW 330 vs. 1954 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 4,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1954 Mercury Montclair. (158 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercury Montclair.
Because 2006 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Mercury Montclair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1954 Mercury Montclair (323 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 330. (300 Nm). This means 1954 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 330 | 1954 Mercury Montclair | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | 330 | Montclair |
Year Released | 2006 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 323 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 78.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2980 mm |